Kansas City, Missouri offers visitors a choice of unique museums, gardens, restaurants, and nightlife. Top things to do in Kansas City include, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art where you can admire a diverse collection of paintings and art from around the world, relaxing surrounded by nature in the Kauffman Memorial Garden, eating great BBQ, and watching a show at the beautiful outdoor Starlight Theater. On a sunny morning, families can stroll through the farmers market which is one of the best in the Midwest, offering a great variety of local produce and gifts.

Kansas Exhibits The Best Tourist Attractions

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is famed for its award-winning neoclassical architecture and its impressive collection of Asian Art. The museum was designed by prominent Kansas City architects. The museum’s collections include European and American paintings, Asian art, Native American art, photography, Kansas City sculpture, and works by such great artists as Caravaggio, Pissarro, and De Kooning.

Kauffman Memorial Garden

The Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden is a beautiful, tranquil garden in the heart of Kansas City. Inspired by the couple’s world travels, the garden features wide open spaces and intimate enclaves akin to those in European parks. Bronze sculptures by Tom Corbin have tucked away among rainbows of annuals and perennials.

Starlight Theater

The Starlight Theater has been a Kansas City landmark since the 1950s. Today it is one of only three self-producing outdoor theaters left in the United States. The theater has presented a wealth of spectacular Broadway shows and outstanding concerts by stars known the world over.

Harley-Davidson Factory Tour

The immense Harley-Davidson Vehicle and Powertrain Operations factory was built in Kansas City in 1998 and produces the world-renowned Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Visitors can take a Factory Tour and explore the operations of the facility, from welding and frame bending to polishing and assembly.